Free Australian Government-funded medicine information service staffed by registered pharmacists.

Pharmacists are available by telephone (1300 633 424) to answer consumer questions about medicines, complementary medicines and vaccines. 

Can also discuss side effects and help consumers report adverse reactions to medicines and vaccines by submitting reports to the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).

The service is closed on NSW public holidays.

1300 MEDICINE

1800 My Options in Victoria's independent phone line for information about contraception, pregnancy options and sexual health services.

1800 My Options

At the Centre of Excellence in Severe Asthma, we are developing tools and resources to improve asthma management and access to new therapies. Resources can be found on our website: http://www.severeasthma.org.au/tools-resources/toolkits/

Centre of Excellence in Severe Asthma

Australian Breastfeeding Association Formally known as Nyah Nursing Mother Association

The Poisons Information Centre provides expert phone advice on the assessment and management of adults and children exposed to possible poisons. These include, medicines, chemicals, cleaning products, bites and stings. they provide advices to both the general public and health professionals and is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Calls are answered by Specialists in Poison Information on consultation with Clinical Toxicologists. Note: We do not provide face to face consultations.

Poisons Information Centre

The after hours GP helpline is open when your GP may not be - at nights, on weekends and on public holidays - 365 days a year. If you don't know what to do, the after hours GP helpline will give you the reassurance and practical advice you need. A registered nurse will assess your condition. If necessary, the nurse will transfer you to a GP on the telephone. The GP will talk with you, assess your condition, make a diagnosis and provide medical advice.

After Hours GP Helpline

13 HEALTH provides health information, referral and teletriage services to the public in all parts of Queensland for the cost of a local call. (Calls from mobile phones may be charged at a higher rate. Please check with your telephone service provider).
13 HEALTH is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week , 365 days a year.

13HEALTH (13 43 25 84)

If you're experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, please look through the valuable information to help you make an informed decision about your options. 

Visit our website for information about your pregnancy, parenting support, access to pregnancy support centres in your local area, fact sheets, pregnancy and further resources available. 

You can contact our National phone line between 8am-10pm AEST.

Pregnancy Help Australia

National mential health charity, providing information, advice and referrals on a full range of mental health issues. 1800 helpline, websites, podcasts, printed resources.

SANE AUSTRALIA

The Healthdirect website provides easy access to trusted, quality health information and advice online. 

It is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to help you make informed choices anywhere, any time.

Healthdirect Australia

Townsville Community Health Service - Kirwan Campus

Health promotion information & referrals counselling & psychological support facilities for visiting allied health services & support groups community transport service community, physical activity programs.

Burdekin Centre For Rural Health

Cairns Sexual Assault Service (CSAS) provides a free and confidential service for all adults affected by sexual violence. CSAS provides support, information, advocacy, counselling and education.
Cairns Sexual Assault Service is available by appointment only.

Services:
• Sexual assault counselling
• Health promotion
• Health information & referral

Health information and referral in Townsville

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